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Barclays Investment Bank · 1 day ago

US Correspondent Banking (CBI) AML Operations - Team Leader

Building 400-115 South Jefferson Rd Campus, Whippany

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $195K/yr

Barclays Investment Bank is seeking a US Correspondent Banking (CBI) AML Operations - Team Leader to manage day-to-day operations of a team of investigators. The role involves ensuring investigations are conducted accurately and in alignment with quality expectations and regulatory requirements, while also engaging with stakeholders and overseeing compliance with AML policies.

BankingFinancial Services

Responsibilities

Identification of trends and opportunities to improve areas and develop new process and procedures through the monitoring and analysis of operation data and performance metrices

Management of operations for a business area and promote efficient processes, risk management and compliance initiatives to support the bank's operations

Collaboration with internal stakeholders (including business leaders, project manager and SMEs) and external stakeholders (including vendors and service providers) to support business operations and promote alignment with the bank's objectives and SLAs

Management of operational professionals and provide guidance, coaching and support to improve colleagues' delivery quality

Management and development of KPIs to measure the effectiveness of operation functions, utilising data and technology to support the identification of areas that require improvement

Compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies related to customer experience

Creation of a safe environment for colleagues to speak up, actively and regularly encourage and solicit feedback to ensure people agenda remains focused on the right areas

Management of attrition by working closely with HR in implementing retention initiatives for work force

To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change

Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures

If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department’s future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes

They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements

If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard

Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment

Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda

Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business

Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies

Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives

In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions

Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes

Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes

Qualification

AML ComplianceAnalytical skillsLeadership experienceCertified Anti-Money Laundering SpecialistData analysis toolsFinancial services knowledgeCommunication skillsRelationship-buildingProblem-solving

Required

Extensive knowledge of AML Compliance, the Bank Secrecy Act, or related areas, supported by investigative experience in financial crime matters

Demonstrated leadership experience, including oversight of team performance, coaching, and staff development

Advanced analytical and problem‑solving capability, with the ability to evaluate complex transactional behaviors and make well‑reasoned, risk‑based decisions

Preferred

Industry‑recognized credentials such as Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), CFE, JD, or other advanced certifications

Proficiency in data analysis tools and supporting software

Broad understanding of financial services products, including correspondent banking, with familiarity in financial crime risks, red flags, and typologies

Exceptional communication and relationship‑building abilities, enabling effective engagement with stakeholders at all levels

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k)

Life insurance

Other paid leave for qualifying circumstances

Company

Barclays Investment Bank

Barclays Investment Bank offers large corporate clients with strategic advisory, financing, and risk management solutions. It is a sub-organization of Barclays Corporate Banking.

Founded in 1997